The annual “Zlatni kotlić” event takes place on the banks of the Jegrička in Žabalj. The town’s history also includes the Crkva Svetog Nikole, whose construction began in 1832 and was completed in 1835. The Opština Žabalj is also home to the Golf Centar and an approximately 30-kilometre route through four settlements. When choosing a holiday apartment, you can consider whether an event, culture, golf or a route through several places will shape your stay.
Zlatni kotlić: fish soup by the Jegrička
The “Zlatni kotlić” tradition began in 2000. The event takes place every year on the banks of the Jegrička in Žabalj; the specific dates vary. At one edition in November 2023, almost 40 teams from several municipalities in Vojvodina competed in a fish-soup cooking contest. If you are planning your trip around the festival, check the dates for that year’s edition in advance.
Church construction and memorial history
Construction of the Crkva Svetog Nikole in Žabalj began in 1832 and was completed in 1835. The church is 36 metres long and 12 metres wide; its tower is 53 metres high.
As part of the revitalisation of the Crkva Snežne Gospe, cultural events and smaller exhibitions were planned for the open choir gallery. The two churches therefore have different points of interest: the Crkva Svetog Nikole is notable for its construction dates and dimensions, while the Crkva Snežne Gospe was intended for cultural use. The Crna ćuprija memorial complex adds another historical perspective: it is 10 km from Žabalj and was declared a cultural monument of great importance in 1991.
Golf: course details and tournament history
The Golf Centar is located in the Opština Žabalj on the right bank of the Tisa and covers 38 hectares. The course has nine holes; the nine-hole course is listed as 2,701 metres and par 36, while the full round is 5,402 metres and par 72. The two figures therefore distinguish the course’s nine-hole layout from the full round. Almost 50 participants took part in the eighth Žabalj Golf Tournament, according to a report dated 15 June 2020. The full round is therefore exactly twice as long as the nine-hole version.
A route through four settlements and sport fishing
An approximately 30-kilometre route runs through four settlements in the Opština Žabalj. It can be travelled by car, bus and bicycle. There is also an area for sport fishing in Jegrička Nature Park near Žabalj. Visitors looking for a single activity rather than a route will find a different option here from the route through four settlements.
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